Municipal Law Associate

2 weeks ago

Oakland, United States Aleshire & Wynder, LLP Full time

Are you a passionate attorney looking to take the next step in your legal career? Look no further Aleshire & Wynder, LLP is seeking a dynamic and ambitious full-time Municipal Law Associate to join our team.

As a Municipal Law Associate at Aleshire & Wynder, LLP, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging legal projects. From conducting legal research to drafting legal documents, you will gain valuable experience and enhance your skills in various areas of law. Our firm is renowned for its commitment to client satisfaction, and as an Associate, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional legal counsel to our esteemed clients. What sets this position apart is the flexibility to work from home. This allows you to strike a healthy work-life balance while still delivering high-quality legal services. In terms of compensation, we offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

**ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP: WHAT DRIVES US**

Aleshire & Wynder, LLP, is a California-based private law firm of 60+ attorneys with offices located in Oakland, Westlake Village, Los Angeles, Fresno, Irvine, and Riverside. Aleshire & Wynder is a unique law firm dedicated to the representation of public entities by providing innovative, ethical, and cost-effective legal representation.

**RESPONSIBILITIES AS A GENERAL ATTORNEY, JR. ASSOCIATE**

As a Municipal Law Associate at Aleshire & Wynder, LLP, you will have the exciting opportunity to engage in a wide range of legal activities. You will consult with clients, providing them with expert guidance on legal best practices and offering invaluable legal support.

Your responsibilities will also include:

- Covering a wide array of practice areas including, but not limited to, Cannabis, Code Enforcement, Contracts & Public Works, Economic Development, Education, Elections, Energy & Utilities, Environment & Natural Resources, Ethics & Open Government, Franchises, Housing, Labor & Employment, Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Mining, Mobile home Parks & Rent Control, Property Acquisition & Takings, Public Agency Organization, Public Finance, Public Safety, Real Estate, Risk Management & Torts, Telecommunications, Toxics & Hazardous Waste and Water
- Researching and analyzing the law on complex issues and writing briefs for submission to a Supervising Attorney(s)
- Analyzing and summarizing complicated legal documents, including contracts, and suggesting alterations to those documents
- Performing discovery of various electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation
- Performing due diligence in legal matters concerning contracts and agreements
- Analyze probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents to reveal potential legal liabilities for our clients
- Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations
- Represent clients in court or before government agencies
- Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
- Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions, by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case
- Search for and examine public and other legal records to write opinions or identify complexities
- Confer with colleagues with specialties in appropriate areas of legal issue to establish and verify bases for legal proceedings
- Should maintain communication with a client concerning representation as needed under the discretion of the Supervising Attorney(s)
- Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
- Complete special projects as assigned
- Perform related duties as assigned
- Supervise Legal Secretaries and Paralegals as needed
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

**WHAT MATTERS MOST**

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential to effectively consult with clients and present legal arguments. The ability to persuade and negotiate is crucial for successful representation of the company in legal proceedings. Strong time management and organizational skills are necessary to handle multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail is paramount to ensure accuracy in drafting legal documents and maintaining case files. Proficiency in computer skills and competency with legal software and tools are vital for efficient legal research and document preparation. A professional attitude, strong personal ethics, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of the legal profession are integral qualities for this role.

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